Chapter 40
Chapter 40: Delivering Pie
William Scott and Xenia Lewis were looking through documents in their office. They had also posted recruitment announcements over the past two days. They really did not expect that there would be more than a hundred resumes.
The two of them had to pick some suitable resumes for the interview.
As William Scott read, he said, “I really didn’t expect so many resumes to be submitted.”
Xenia Lewis replied, “That’s right. Being a film or television celebrity would probably be a top-choice profession for young people today. Although our company isn’t a big film company, we can at least give some people a chance to realize their dreams.”
William Scott shook his head and said, “I don’t think so. This might be the easiest way to make a lot of money and also to gain fame. Most importantly, this profession requires less effort than others, right?”
Xenia Lewis rolled her eyes at William Scott and said, “Less effort? You’re really taking it for granted. An actor needs to have acting skills and talent. And these require a lot of effort. Didn’t you see that we specially set up a training room here? Those who join us in the future have to undergo special dance and performance training. This is definitely not simple.”
William Scott said, “Then I’m really not sure. I thought that those actors could just rely on their good looks.”
“You’re talking about those people who only have faces and no other talents, right? However, the success of such people can only be said to be a temporary phenomenon. It definitely won’t last long. Moreover, even if it’s them, they have put in a lot of effort. The actors are indeed glorious in front of others but have suffered behind their backs. It’s just that others don’t know.”
William Scott smiled and said, “Alright, alright. Then should we choose the ones with the good looks or the talented ones?”
“Of course it’s both. And of course, there are very few people like that. We haven’t gotten involved with the arts school yet. This time, we didn’t specially go to the arts school to recruit people. We only have those from the public, so I’m afraid it won’t be easy for us to get the really good ones. We can just choose some people with good looks first and weaker talents.”
William Scott’s phone rang. It was his mother.
“William, I’m making Shepherd’s pie today. I got Yvette to come over for dinner. She said that she has to work overtime at the company tonight and can’t come over. This won’t do. She won’t be able to eat hot food if she works overtime. When you come back later, send the dumplings to Yvette.”
“I don’t think that’s necessary. There are plenty of dumplings outside. We can just order takeout.”
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“That won’t do. How can takeout pies really make people feel at ease about the hygiene standards? Who knows if the meat is fresh? Besides, you personally sending them over and me making them show how much we value Yvette. Do you even know how to date someone? You’re already so old and I still have to teach you.”
“I still have…”
His mother’s voice rose a few octaves and interrupted him. “I don’t care what you have on hand, but that’s not as important as being in a relationship. You have to go and deliver the pie to her.”
“Alright, alright, I’ll go.” William Scott instantly gave in.
“Hmph, then come back quickly. I’ve wrapped it up, so hurry and send it over while it’s hot.”
His mother’s voice was very loud, and Xenia Lewis could hear what she was saying. At this moment, she immediately said, “Auntie is so good, Yvette is so lucky.”
William Scott smiled bitterly and said, “My mother is not bad, but she’s too good at torturing people.”
“Hey!” Xenia Lewis also widened her eyes and said, “What do you mean by that? She’s just asking you to deliver a pie and you call that torture? Can you be nicer?”
William Scott was speechless. “I didn’t say I wouldn’t go. I’ll go now. I’ll leave the rest to you.” Then, he slipped out.
He had his mother at home, Xenia Lewis at the company, and his relationship with Yvette Quinn was really not easy to disguise.
When he returned home, the pie had just about to come out of the oven. His mother was packing it in slices. William Scott took a look and said, “Mom, how much can she eat alone? How much do you want me to bring?”
Janna Sands glared at him and said, “Why are you so stupid? Are you really my son?”
“What did I do?” William Scott’s face darkened.
“What else? I added some toppings to different parts of the pie, so she has to get to try all of it. Moreover, are you leaving once you’re done with the delivery? You’ve got to eat with her too. Of course I’ll pack more.”
William Scott replied, “She’s working overtime. Who knows when she’ll be able to eat?”
“Why are you being stupid again? As a man, at this time, you have to force her to finish her food before continuing her work. There’s no woman who doesn’t like a man’s overbearingness.”
William Scott grinned. “Alright, alright.”
“Brat, don’t try to fool me. You have to tell me when you get there. Remember to tell me when you’re eating. I have to ask Yvette what kind of toppings and ingredients she likes.”
William Scott was about to go crazy. He quickly placed the packed pies into a bag and said, “I’m leaving first. Otherwise, it will turn cold.”
“That’s more like it. Remember to send me a video.” When William Scott ran out, she didn’t forget to remind him.
William Scott’s own mother knew this too well. There was no way he could fool her. If he didn’t send the pies over, she would definitely ask Yvette Quinn about it.
After getting into the taxi, William Scott sent a message to Yvette Quinn. “My mother asked me to send you some Shepherd’s pie and even asked me to eat with you. This matter is slightly troublesome. How should we deal with it?”
“I do want to eat some pie. Send it over.”
A few minutes later, Yvette Quinn replied him.
“Alright!” William Scott replied immediately.
If Yvette Quinn was willing to cooperate, then this matter would be much simpler. Earlier, William Scott had been thinking of ways to deal with Yvette Quinn not wanting him to go over. Now, he wouldn’t need to use them anymore.
It was past six o’clock when the taxi arrived at Yvette Quinn’s company. It was past the end of the working day, and there were people coming and going at the entrance of the company. However, there were still many people walking into the company. It seemed that there were many people working overtime tonight.
Coincidentally, William Scott saw his cousin’s girlfriend, Lydia Connor, in the lobby on the first floor.
“Lydia!” The two of them walked towards each other. Since they were relatives, it would be rude if they didn’t greet each other. William Scott stopped in his tracks.
“Huh? Ah, it’s William.” Lydia Connor stopped in her tracks and looked at William Scott up and down. Then, she forced herself to recall. She asked curiously, “What are you doing here?”
“I’m here to deliver something.” William Scott raised the bag in his hand and gestured.
“You deliver food?” Lydia Connor frowned.